Calsunate DS Tablet Information

Calsunate DS Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Malaria are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Calsunate DS Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Calsunate DS Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Calsunate DS Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Calsunate DS Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Calsunate DS Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Calsunate DS Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Calsunate DS Tablet related warnings section.

Calsunate DS Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Calsunate DS Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Calsunate DS Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Calsunate DS Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Calsunate Benefits & Uses
Calsunate Dosage & How to Take
Calsunate Side Effects
Calsunate Related Warnings
Calsunate Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Calsunate
Calsunate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Calsunate DS Tablet Benefits & Uses

Calsunate DS Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Calsunate DS Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 4 mg/kg, then 2 mg/kg
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 4 mg/kg, then 2 mg/kg
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 4 mg/kg, then 2 mg/kg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 4 mg/kg, then 2 mg/kg

Calsunate DS Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Calsunate DS Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Calsunate may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Calsunate again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Calsunate DS Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Calsunate. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calsunate DS Tablet on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Calsunate on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Calsunate will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Calsunate DS Tablet on the Liver?

Calsunate may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Calsunate DS Tablet on the Heart?

Calsunate has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Calsunate DS Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calsunate DS Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Calsunate DS Tablet

Is this Calsunate DS Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Calsunate DS Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Calsunate DS Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Calsunate DS Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Calsunate DS Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Calsunate DS Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Calsunate DS Tablet

Taking Calsunate DS Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Calsunate DS Tablet

Information about the interaction of Calsunate DS Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown